Health Care Assistant - S&O Various Areas inSouthport inSouthport PUBLISHED
WED 13 NOV 2024
Opportunity to work in a highly respected NHS Trust known for its outstanding patient care.
Diverse work environment, welcoming individuals from various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Perfect entry point into a rewarding career in the NHS, suitable for individuals with transferable skills.
Hands-on experience supporting qualified nursing staff and making a direct impact on patient care.
Career development prospects through participation in annual performance reviews and training opportunities.
Ability to work flexible shifts (including earlies, lates, and nights) offering variety in work schedules.
Contribution to a team that has been rated Outstanding by the CQC and is recognized as one of the top 100 places to work in the NHS.
The role of Health Care Assistant (HCA) at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Southport involves supporting nursing staff and patients across various specialties and departments. HCAs are essential for maintaining high standards of patient care, assisting with direct care tasks, and creating a conducive environment for patient recovery. Candidates should be available to work all shifts, including earlies, lates, and nights, as the role demands flexibility across the Southport and Ormskirk sites. The Trust encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing transferable skills and core values that contribute to effective patient care.
Key responsibilities include performing household support tasks, ensuring patient confidentiality, and documenting care accurately. HCAs are expected to uphold the Trust's policies, participate in safety protocols, and maintain professional standards while providing care with dignity and respect. This position serves as a valuable entry point into the NHS, offering opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive and dynamic healthcare environment.
Key responsibilities include performing household support tasks, ensuring patient confidentiality, and documenting care accurately. HCAs are expected to uphold the Trust's policies, participate in safety protocols, and maintain professional standards while providing care with dignity and respect. This position serves as a valuable entry point into the NHS, offering opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive and dynamic healthcare environment.
Job Summary
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity and to be interviewed on the day, please submit your online application form and confirm your first, second and third preference.
Healthcare Assistants are a vital part of our MWL team, they support nursing staff and patients across a wide range of specialties, wards, and department across the Trust.
We have exciting opportunities available across both Southport and Ormskirk sites at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital.
You must be available to work ALL required shifts over 7 days including earlies, lates and nights due to service demands.
We welcome and encourage a range of individual with various race, ethnicity and cultural backgrounds to join our outstanding team and consider a career as a Healthcare Assistant. Becoming an HCA can be the perfect entry point into the NHS with the qualities and skills required. Many individuals possess the right transferrable skills and core values developed from different sectors and have experiences providing care for others.
Main duties of the job
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:Acute CareProviding emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary CareProviding primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community ServicesProviding adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional ServicesWe provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
30 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-6627556-B
Job locations
Southport & Ormskirk Hospital
Town Lane Kew
Southport
PR8 6PN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Closing Date - 15th September 2024
Interview Date - 21st September 2024
Job Description Job Responsibilities
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity and to be interviewed on the day, please submit your online application form and confirm your first, second and third preference.
Healthcare Assistants are a vital part of our MWL team, they support nursing staff and patients across a wide range of specialties, wards, and department across the Trust.
We have exciting opportunities available across both Southport and Ormskirk sites at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital.
You must be available to work ALL required shifts over 7 days including earlies, lates and nights due to service demands.
We welcome and encourage a range of individual with various race, ethnicity and cultural backgrounds to join our outstanding team and consider a career as a Healthcare Assistant. Becoming an HCA can be the perfect entry point into the NHS with the qualities and skills required. Many individuals possess the right transferrable skills and core values developed from different sectors and have experiences providing care for others.
Main duties of the job
- The post-holder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.
- To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
- To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
- To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
- To ensure where entries are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
- To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
- To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:Acute CareProviding emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary CareProviding primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community ServicesProviding adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional ServicesWe provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
30 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-6627556-B
Job locations
Southport & Ormskirk Hospital
Town Lane Kew
Southport
PR8 6PN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
- To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
- To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
- To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
- To ensure where entres are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
- To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
- To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time
- To ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and is not compromised.
- To ensure that all patient information is confidential and is not disclosed to a third party except with permission of the Nurse in Charge.
- To report any untoward incidents/occurrences.
- To ensure that all patient care is delivered with the highest degree of professionalism.
- To present an appearance which gives a positive image of the Trust and a manner which is appropriate and which inspires confidence.
- To attend specifically fire and lifting and handling lectures annually and ensure appropriate updates are attended once H.C.A. training is complete.
- To participate in an annual performance review undertaken with the Ward Manager to identify personal development needs.
- Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures.
Closing Date - 15th September 2024
Interview Date - 21st September 2024
Job Description Job Responsibilities
- To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tas
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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